Salt Cod Brandade

Name: Salt Cod Brandade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 450 g of salt cod; 500 g of potatoes; 4 garlic cloves; 150 ml of olive oil; black pepper; salt

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Brandade is flaked, desalted salt cod whipped with olive oil. 🐟 It's eaten hot, gratinéed in the oven, or cold on toasts.

Total time: 50 min
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 20 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €3.00

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 6

servings

Estimated cost €12.00

Equipment

Skillet
Saucepan
Potato masher
Wooden spatula

Instructions

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Soak the cod in cold water overnight to desalt it. Change the water several times.

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Drain the cod and cut it into pieces.

Cook the potatoes in a pot of boiling water until tender.

While the potatoes are cooking, sauté the cod in a hot skillet with olive oil and the minced garlic until fully cooked.

Drain the potatoes, then mash them with the garlicky cod and olive oil. Blend or use a potato masher to get a creamy texture.

Season with salt and pepper. Optionally add a pinch of Espelette pepper for more flavor.

Serve the Salt Cod Brandade hot, with croutons or toasted bread.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

340kcal

Protein19 g22%
Carbs27 g31%
Fat18 g47%
Fiber3 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

To enhance the flavor of your salt cod brandade, add some grated lemon zest and a little chopped fresh parsley just before serving 🍋🌿. These additions bring a touch of freshness and brightness to this traditional dish.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Works very well, up to 3 months in airtight containers. The texture of the potatoes may vary slightly.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Desalting the cod takes a long time. The potatoes and garlic can be prepped ahead.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Oven: 15-20 min at 180°C to restore the crispness. Microwave: medium power, stirring regularly. Saucepan: low heat, covered, with a little milk/water added if needed.

Variations

Bake the brandade in the oven with a little breadcrumbs or grated cheese until golden.
Add a pinch of Espelette pepper to lift the flavor.
Serve it cold on toast as an appetizer.

Mistakes to avoid

Not desalting the cod properly: the brandade is too salty. Soak it overnight and change the water several times.
Pouring in the olive oil all at once: it won't emulsify. Add it gradually while mashing.
Salting before tasting: the cod is already salty. Taste before adding any salt.

Frequently asked questions

How do you desalt salt cod?

Soak it in cold water overnight, changing the water several times. Taste a small piece before using it: it should be pleasantly salty, not excessively so. Then cut it into pieces.

Can you bake brandade until golden in the oven?

Yes, it is eaten hot, baked until golden: spread the brandade in a dish, add a little breadcrumbs or grated cheese and put it under the broiler for a few minutes until the top is golden.

Which potatoes should you choose for brandade?

Starchy or all-purpose potatoes, which mash well into a creamy purée. Cook them in boiling water until tender, then mash them with the garlicky cod and olive oil.

What should you serve brandade with?

With croutons or toasted bread, and a green salad for freshness. As an appetizer, it is also served on small toasts. A hint of Espelette pepper nicely lifts the flavor of the cod and garlic.